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- Page 1 Happy Reserve System PILOT'S MANUAL Thank you for taking the time to read this booklet. Happy...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Introduction Pre flight Care and maintenance Storage Drying and airing Cleaning Repacking 7.1 repacking sequence Warranty Repairs 10. About Axis Happy... -
Page 3: Introduction
1. INTRODUCTION Axis have a 10 year history in parachute design and have employed their years of knowledge and expertise in the design and construction of the paragliding reserve system, Happy. Happy reserve consists of: canopy with lines, inner container, connecting bridle strap and release handle. -
Page 4: Pre Flight
2. PRE FLIGHT For your safety, always use a consistent system of pre-flight checks for all your equipment and repeat the same sequence before every flight. Specifically with your reserve parachute, check that: There is no visible damage that could affect its airworthiness. ... -
Page 5: Cleaning
6. CLEANING Oils, grease, paint and other chemicals can seriously damage and weaken the structure of reserve system. If your reserve becomes contaminated by any such agent the whole reserve system must be sent back to the manufacturer for a thorough inspection. A dirty reserve canopy or container can be cleaned with lukewarm water. - Page 6 7.1 Repack sequence Repacking should be carried out in a clean, smooth dry place. Before starting make sure you have the following available to hand, Rubber bands Solid weights ( clean and smooth ) Take hold of the apex lines and check that they are the same length. Secure the apex lines with a weight or attach them to a fixed object at each end to help keep the reserve in place.
- Page 7 Locate the centre panels by following the outer suspension line. Begin by folding all the panels one by one to the same side of the suspension lines. Check each panel for any damage or deterioration of the fabric and /or seams while doing this. Check that each panel is flat and without creases. Next fold each panel one by one to the other side of the suspension lines.
- Page 8 Next fold back half the number of panels. Make sure that each panel is laid flat and evenly and without any creases. Keep the skirt even and suspension lines separated each side of the apex lines. Happy...
- Page 9 Pull down the apex into the reserve by stretching all the suspension lines to the same length while gently holding onto the apex of the reserve Happy...
- Page 10 S-Folding: Fold 1/3 of the canopy over the right side and then back over itself. Then fold the right side over the left and back over itself. Make sure that you secure the canopy while making the folds to prevent creasing. Smooth the canopy to remove excess air and make sure that the skirt remains even.
- Page 11 When you reach the apex fold this in, before making the final fold over the canopy. Packing into the deployment bag: Place the folded canopy over the deployment bag with the skirt towards the top of the folds. Secure the canopy with a weight while you begin to stow the lines.
- Page 12 Make sure that each bite (loop) of lines is flat and that nothing can interfere or obstruct the loops. Holding the loop bring flap 3 over and thread it over the elastic. Finally thread the loop through flap 4 and secure it in place with a ‘bite’ of the suspension line approximately 4 cm long. The last 30-50cm of the lines is left free.
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Page 13: Repairs
8. WARRANTY CONDITIONS The warranty is valid for a period of 3 years provided all the manufactures recommendations are followed. However from our wide experience, if the reserve system is used properly and checked in accordance with these recommendations the warranty period can be extended. Extension periods of 1 year may be granted by the manufacturer after a thorough inspection of the reserve system. -
Page 14: About Axis
Axis started to design and make parachutes in 1997 and paragliders in 2001. Success swiftly followed and now many of the world’s best competition pilots choose to fly Axis. They have won podium places at competitions around the world, including at recent World Cup events and the World Championships.
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